Dental sealants are a proven, simple tool to prevent decay, so why does the dental community still treat them as a pediatric ...

Two in five Year 6 children in Wolverhampton West suffer from tooth decay, recent estimates show. New analysis by The Food Foundation has revealed "shocking" health and dietary inequalities across ...

In a May 2025 national poll by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association in cooperation with the American Dental Association (ADA), more than 4 out of 5 survey takers said they are familiar with ...

Skipping nightly brushing invites decay, gum issues, and bad breath as saliva diminishes during sleep. Brushing before bed ...

Many foods that seem harmless can secretly damage your teeth. Daily diet plays a bigger role in oral health than just ...

TikTok is full of at-home hacks promising a whiter smile in minutes. But do they actually work? According to dentists, the answer is both yes and no. Some are harmless optical illusions that give a ...

Cavities aren't solely caused by sugar; starchy foods, acidic drinks, and poor oral hygiene also contribute to enamel erosion ...

Inducing Type 1 diabetes in mice significantly reduced enamel and dentin microhardness. People with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are prone to tooth decay, and a new study from Rutgers may explain ...

What we eat and drink directly affects oral health. Diets rich in fruits and vegetables are well known for protecting against ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Trick-or-treating is a fun way for kids and families to get outside, but lots of candy could mean decaying teeth. Childhood tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, ...

Local authorities are to distribute millions of toothbrushes and tubes of toothpaste as part of a government scheme to ...